Do you have furniture around your house that needs an upcycle? We’ve got you covered. This technique can be used on any flat wooden side table, dining table or chair! Here’s your guide to create a flawless finish on your own.
Materials Used
- Haksons Resin & Hardener -Ultra Clear High Gloss Epoxy Resin Coat -Grade I
- Sanding Machine
- Sandpaper 1 Coarse Grit and 1 Fine Grit
- Artist Blow Torch
- Damp Cloth
- Plastic Scraper
- Plastic Container
- Plastic Measuring Spoons
- Wooden Sticks
- Wooden Furniture
Process
Step 1 – Attaching the coarse grit sandpaper, begin by sanding off any finish that might be on the wood. Next, use the finer grit paper to create a smooth surface for the resin.
![Old Wooden Furniture](http://www.bohriali.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WhatsApp-Image-2018-08-25-at-17.00.15-7-450x300.jpeg)
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Step 2 – Get rid of the sawdust with a damp cloth and let your surface dry completely.
![Clean the saw dust](http://www.bohriali.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WhatsApp-Image-2018-08-25-at-17.00.15-450x300.jpeg)
Step 3 – Measure out the resin needed using an area calculator, mix and cure the resin in a plastic container. Measurement for Haksons resin is 100ml for 1sq.ft with 1mm thickness.
![Pour the Resin](http://www.bohriali.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WhatsApp-Image-2018-08-25-at-17.00.15-5-450x300.jpeg)
Step 4 – Once cured, pour your resin on the wood and spread it to the edges using a plastic scraper.
![Spread Resin with Scraper](http://www.bohriali.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WhatsApp-Image-2018-08-25-at-17.00.15-4-450x300.jpeg)
Step 5 – Get rid of all bubbles with the Artist Blow Torch. Cover your surface and 24 hours later it’s ready to use!
![Remove Bubbles with Blowtorch](http://www.bohriali.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WhatsApp-Image-2018-08-25-at-17.00.15-3-450x300.jpeg)
Furniture is upcycled and has an awesome new look and shine.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
@krishnatolia – She is a self-taught artist from Mumbai who draws most of her inspiration from nature and loves the conflicting simplicity and complexity of abstract art.
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